Cristina Berg McGarr, Employment Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratSavrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley
Austin, TX
Practicing employment in Austin since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Cristina Berg McGarr is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Cristina has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Cristina Berg McGarr: Cristina Berg McGarr is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Cristina has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cristina takes on
Cristina concentrates on employment, insurance, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cristina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Austin, Texas
Cristina takes employment matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristina agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Austin, Texas
Cristina takes insurance matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristina agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Austin, Texas
Cristina takes litigation matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristina agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Austin, Texas
Cristina takes business matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cristina Berg McGarr — employment lawyer in Austin
Cristina Berg McGarr is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Cristina has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Cristina Berg McGarr is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law. Cristina received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years. Cristina practices at Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley in Austin, TX.
Working with Cristina on a employment matter
Cristina Berg McGarr is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law. Cristina received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years. Cristina practices at Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley in Austin, TX.
Who Cristina represents
Cristina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Georgia
J.D. · 1993
Wake Forest University
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Cristina's state bar admissions
Colorado
2007 · ACTIVE
Texas Georgia Fifth
1996 · ACTIVE
Georgia (Inactive) U
1993 · ACTIVE
Cristina studied at J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in Wake Forest University.
Law school and academic background
Cristina completed J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in Wake Forest University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cristina runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Cristina has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Cristina's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas State Bar of Georgia
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Locations
Cristina Berg McGarr's office in Austin
Cristina's primary office is at 4330 Gains Ranch Loop, Ste. 150, Austin, TX, 78735. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Savrick, Schumann, Johnson, McGarr, Kaminski & Shirley
4330 Gains Ranch Loop, Ste. 150
Austin, TX 78735
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How to hire Cristina Berg McGarr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cristina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cristina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cristina's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cristina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cristina
Cristina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cristina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cristina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cristina Berg McGarr
How much does it cost to hire Cristina for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cristina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cristina offer a free consultation?
Cristina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cristina's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Cristina's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cristina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cristina take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Cristina is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cristina will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cristina?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cristina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cristina accepting new employment clients right now?
Cristina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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